Cranes PPT

Cranes
OSHA Office of Training &
Major Causes of Crane Accidents

Contact with power lines
Overturns
Falls
Mechanical failures
How Do Accidents Occur?

Instability unsecured load, load
capacity exceeded, or ground not level

or too soft
Lack of communication - the point of
operation is a distance from the crane
operator or not in full view of the
operator
Lack of training
Inadequate maintenance or inspection
Who is at Risk
Operators
Persons at
Crane Site
Definitions
Crane Consists of a rotating structure for lifting and
lowering horizontally on rubber tires or crawler treads

Hoist - Used to lift and lower load.
Boom An inclined spar, strut, or other long member
supporting the hoisting tackle
Boom stops A device used to limit the angle of the
boom at its highest position
Brake To slow or stop motion by friction or power
Block Sheaves or grooved pulleys in a frame with
hook, eye and strap
Jib Extension attached to the boom point to provide
added boom length for lifting specified loads.
Crane Parts
Types of Cranes
Mobile
Hydraulic
Overhead
Gantry
Tower
Crane Hazards
Improper load
rating
Excessive speeds
No hand signals
Inadequate
inspection and
maintenance
Unguarded parts
Unguarded swing
radius
Working too close to

power lines
Improper exhaust
system
Shattered windows
No steps/guardrails
walkways
No boom angle
indicator
Not using outriggers
Planning Before Start-Up

Level the crane and ensure support surface is firm and able to support
the load
Contact power line owners and determine precautions. Know the
location and voltage of overhead power lines.
Know the basic crane capacities, limitations, and job site restrictions,
such as the location of power lines, unstable soil, or high winds.
Make other personnel aware of hoisting activities.
Barricade areas within swing radius.
Ensure proper maintenance and inspections.
Determine safe areas to store materials and place machinery.
Competent Person
The competent person must
inspect all machinery and
equipment prior to each
use, and during use, to
make sure it is in safe
operating condition.
If it needs fixing, take it out
of service and dont use it
until it is fixed
Broken
Track
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Load Capacity - Speed - Warnings

Make sure the crane
operator can see the:
Rated Load
Capacities
Operating Speeds
Special Hazard
Warning or
Instruction
Load Rating Chart
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Know the Weight of the Load

Refer to shipping ticket or other
documentation
Ensure lift calculations are correct

Ensure load is within load chart rating for
boom length and load radius of crane
Crane is rated by the maximum weight it
will lift at a minimum radius and minimum

boom length the further from its
centerpoint, the less it will lift
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Load Limiting Factors
Not level
Wind
Side loads
On its wheels
Lifting over the side
Use of extensions, jibs and other attachments
Limits of wire rope, slings and lifting devices
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Mobile Cranes
Lifting Principles
Center of Gravity
Leverage
Stability
Structural Integrity
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Load Example
30 ton crane
Will lift 60,000 pounds at 10 feet from the
center pin of the crane
Based on level surface, no wind, and

outriggers fully extended
At 25 feet from the center pin with an 80 foot

boom, the capacity is only 14,950 pounds
At 74 feet from the center pin, the capacity

is only 4,800 pounds
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Improper Load
Improper loads or speeds can result

in the tipping of the crane
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Improper Load
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Improper Load
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Power Lines
Stay clear
from power
lines at least
10 feet
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Hand Signals
An illustration of
the signals must
be posted at the
job site
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Guard Moving Parts
Unguarded
Chain Drive
Guard moving parts such as gears or belts

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Swing Radius
Stay out of the swing radius of the crane

Make sure there are barrier guards showing swing radius
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Operator Visibility
Broken Window
Make sure broken windows or other obstructions

do not prevent the operator from seeing
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Ladders
Ladder
Use ladders to get to the upper portion of the cab

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Guardrails
Runways and steps need to have guardrails,

handholds and slip resistant surfaces
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Suspended Loads
Dont stand under suspended loads

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Boom Angle Indicator
A boom angle indicator must be on the crane

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Supporting Surface
Cranes must be on a firm supporting

surface and level within 1 percent
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Sheaves
The grooves must be smooth and free from surface

defects which could cause rope damage
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Rigging Equipment Slings

Types of slings include alloy steel chain, wire rope,
metal mesh, natural or synthetic fiber rope, and
synthetic web.
Chain
Wire rope
Metal mesh
Synthetic
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Annual Inspections
Inspection of the
hoisting machinery
must be made by a
competent person
The employer must
maintain a record of
these inspections
Crane wasnt inspected

and tipped over
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What to Inspect
Correct air pressure and no leaks

Tires properly inflated
Clearance for tail swing
Wire rope wear
Physical damage to crane
Loose or missing hardware, nuts, or bolts
Fluid leaks
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Remove From Service
Immediately remove damaged or

defective slings from service
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Damaged wire rope
Crushed Rope
Broken Strands
Damaged wire rope must be taken out of service
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Worn Part
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Tire Inspections
Conduct
regular
inspections
of tires for
excessive
wear or
damage
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Training
Operators:
must qualify on specific crane type
Must include on-the-job training
Supervisor / competent person
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Summary
An unstable load, lack of communication, lack of
training, and inadequate maintenance or inspection are
major contributors to crane accidents.
Operators or others working in the area can be
victims to struck by" and "caught in" injuries.
Contact with power lines causes many accidents.
A competent person must inspect a crane regularly
to insure it is in proper order.
Planning and training reduces accidents.
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Cranes

OSHA Office of Training &

Major Causes of Crane Accidents

How Do Accidents Occur?

capacity exceeded, or ground not level

OSHA Office of Training &

OSHA Office of Training &

lowering horizontally on rubber tires or crawler treads

OSHA Office of Training &

OSHA Office of Training &

Working too close to

OSHA Office of Training &

Planning Before Start-Up

OSHA Office of Training &

OSHA Office of Training &

Load Capacity - Speed - Warnings

Know the Weight of the Load

Ensure lift calculations are correct

Crane is rated by the maximum weight it

will lift at a minimum radius and minimum

Load Limiting Factors

OSHA Office of Training &

Based on level surface, no wind, and

At 25 feet from the center pin with an 80 foot

At 74 feet from the center pin, the capacity

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Improper loads or speeds can result

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OSHA Office of Training &

OSHA Office of Training &

OSHA Office of Training &

Guard Moving Parts

Guard moving parts such as gears or belts

Stay out of the swing radius of the crane

Make sure broken windows or other obstructions

Use ladders to get to the upper portion of the cab

Runways and steps need to have guardrails,

Dont stand under suspended loads

Boom Angle Indicator

A boom angle indicator must be on the crane

Cranes must be on a firm supporting

The grooves must be smooth and free from surface

Rigging Equipment Slings

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Crane wasnt inspected

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Correct air pressure and no leaks

Remove From Service

Immediately remove damaged or

Damaged wire rope

Damaged wire rope must be taken out of service

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OSHA Office of Training &

OSHA Office of Training &

Supervisor / competent person

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